Chris Sale Tosses Two Simulated Innings

Boston Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale (elbow) threw 45 pitches over two simulated innings on Tuesday. There were hitters in the box, but they were not swinging at Sale's offerings, which includes all of his pitches. It was an encouraging day, with the southpaw's fastball getting up to 92 mph on the radar gun. Sale […]

Pedro Baez Throws 20 Pitches Tuesday

Houston Astros relief pitcher Pedro Baez (shoulder) threw 20 pitches off a mound on Tuesday in West Palm Beach, Fla., according to manager Dusty Baker. It's a positive step for Baez, who still has yet to make his debut with the team in 2021 after spending the first seven years of his career with the […]

Elieser Hernandez Begins Baseball Activities

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez (quadriceps) has started doing range-of-motion exercises and light throwing. Hernandez was placed back on the injured list three weeks ago and was then moved to the 60-day injured list last week, assuring that he won't be back with the Fish until at least another month. The 26-year-old right-hander is […]

Sixto Sanchez Progresses To 120 Feet

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sixto Sanchez (shoulder) has moved his throwing program to 120 feet. Sanchez would have likely made his season debut by now, but he was shut down earlier this year. It's good news that he's back on the rehab trail, but there's still no timetable for the 22-year-old right-hander's return in the […]

Brian Anderson Moves To Dry Swings

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson (shoulder) took some dry swings on Monday as he progresses from a dislocated shoulder. Anderson has been out since May 24 and since he was recently moved to the 60-day injured list, he won't be eligible to return for at least another month. The 28-year-old was slashing .250/.316/.371 with […]

Danny Duffy Will Come Off Injured List And Start Wednesday

Kansas City Royals left-hander Danny Duffy (forearm) will be activated from the injured list on Wednesday in order to make the start against the New York Yankees. Duffy has been sidelined since May 12 with a left forearm flexor strain, so even though he's sporting an excellent 1.94 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 48 strikeouts in […]

Zach Plesac To Throw Another Bullpen Thursday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Zach Plesac (thumb), who is recovering from a broken right thumb, is scheduled to throw another bullpen session on Thursday when the team opens a four-game series against the Minnesota Twins. As long as he doesn't suffer any setbacks, Plesac could rejoin the starting rotation sometime in July. The Tribe could […]

Aaron Civale Heading To Injured List

Cleveland Indians right-hander Aaron Civale (finger) will land on the 10-day injured list after he left Monday's start against the Chicago Cubs with soreness in the middle finger of his right hand. With the move, the Tribe's entire Opening Day rotation of Shane Bieber, Zach Plesac, Civale, Logan Allen and Triston McKenzie are either injured […]

Anthony Santander Sitting Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (ankle) remains out of the lineup on Tuesday against the Houston Astros. Santander missed time earlier this season with a sprained ankle and has been out the last two days with general soreness. With a slash line of .206/.250/.317 with one homer and five RBI in 17 games in the […]

Amir Garrett Picks Up Fourth Save

Cincinnati Reds left-handed reliever Amir Garrett picked up just his fourth save of the season on Tuesday when he allowed a hit and struck out one in his inning of work in the 10-7 win over the Minnesota Twins. Lucas Sims blew the lead in the eighth inning, allowing Garrett to enter with a lead […]

Tyler Naquin Picks Up Four Hits Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds left fielder Tyler Naquin had four hits and reached base safely in all five of his plate appearances in Tuesday's 10-7 win over the Minnesota Twins. Naquin's three-run home run, his 12th of the season, was the difference in the game. He finished the day going 4-for-4 with two runs scored, three RBI […]

Alek Manoah Suspended Five Games

Toronto Blue Jays rookie right-hander Alek Manoah was suspended five games on Tuesday for throwing at Baltimore Orioles third baseman Maikel Franco last Saturday, which triggered a benches-clearing altercation. Manager Charlie Montoyo was suspended for one game, and he will serve it Tuesday against the Miami Marlins. Manoah will appeal his suspension. He gave up […]

Max Scherzer Activated, Starting Against Phillies Tuesday

The Washington Nationals activated starting pitcher Max Scherzer (groin) from the 10-day injured list, and he will start the series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. Scherzer was placed on the injured list last week after tweaking his groin in the first inning of his start on June 11. The three-time Cy Young winner […]

Adam Engel Placed On Injured List

The Chicago White Sox placed outfielder Adam Engel (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list prior to their game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday with a strained right hamstring. The move is retroactive to June 20. Outfielder Luis Gonzalez was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding move. It's the same hamstring that delayed Engel's […]

Buccaneers Sign First-Rounder Joe Tryon

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed first-round outside linebacker Joe Tryon to his four-year rookie contract on Tuesday. Tryon was taken 32nd overall in the first round of this year's NFL draft out of the University of Washington. He opted out of the 2020 season due to concerns around COVID-19, but he managed to record eight […]

Bengals Impressed With Rookie Chris Evans

Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan has been impressed with rookie running back Chris Evans so far this offseason. "He's got the most natural hands for a running back that I've ever been around," Callahan said. Evans was selected with the 202nd overall pick in this year's NFL draft out of Michigan. While the 23-year-old […]

Golden Tate's Wish List Includes A Few Teams

Free-agent wide receiver Golden Tate remains available on the open market after being released by the New York Giants following two disappointing seasons. The 32-year-old hasn't received much interest, but he wants to continue playing and mentioned the Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts and Los Angeles Rams as three teams he'd be interested in joining. Tate […]

Frank Clark Arrested On Suspicion Of Concealed Firearm

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark was arrested in Los Angeles on Sunday after police saw a submachine gun in his car. Officers noticed a bag with an Uzi sticking out in plain sight in the car, and Clark was then arrested on suspicion of having a concealed firearm in a vehicle. He was […]

Jaylen Twyman Shot Four Times

Minnesota Vikings rookie defensive tackle Jaylen Twyman was shot four times on Monday while visiting an aunt in Washington D.C. "Wrong place, wrong time," said his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. "In talking to him today, he's going to be OK - that's all that matters. We're thankful he's OK. He will make a full recovery." The […]

Blue Jays Sign John Axford To Minors Deal

The Toronto Blue Jays signed veteran relief pitcher John Axford to a minor league deal on Monday. Axford hasn't pitched in the major leagues since 2018, but he was throwing 97/98 mph for Team Canada, and the Toronto bullpen can use all the help they can get. The right-hander will throw in Florida and then […]

Angels To Keep Justin Upton In Leadoff Spot

The Los Angeles Angels plan to keep using outfielder Justin Upton in the leadoff spot. The 33-year-old veteran is riding a five-game hitting streak after going 2-for-5 with a single, double and a stolen base in an 8-3 win over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. He has hit .391 in his last five games, including […]

Kevin Plawecki Expected To Land On Injured List

The Boston Red Sox are expected to place catcher Kevin Plawecki (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday, according to a source. Backstops Connor Wong and Chris Herrmann are both options to be called up from the minors to replace Plawecki on the major league roster. Wong was one of the players the Red […]

Matt Strahm Should Move To Bullpen Sessions Soon

San Diego Padres left-handed reliever Matt Strahm (knee) has rejoined the big league team after spending the first two months of the season rehabbing after undergoing patellar tendon surgery on his right knee last October. Strahm has been playing catch and should move to bullpen sessions soon. However, it's likely to be a slow buildup […]

Austin Nola Making Improvements

San Diego Padres manager Jayce Tingler said that catcher Austin Nola (knee) is "making improvements" nearly every day. Nola's mobility and strength are increasing, while the swelling in his knee continues to go down. It has allowed him to start moving towards more baseball activities. Nola has only played in 18 games so far in […]

Drew Pomeranz Throws Bullpen Session

San Diego Padres left-handed reliever Drew Pomeranz (lat) threw a bullpen session for the first time since he sustained tightness in his left lat. Pomeranz was nearing a return from a shoulder impingement last month before he suffered his lat injury. Manager Jayce Tingler said Pomeranz would throw at least one more bullpen session before […]

Dominic Smith Drives In Three In Game 1

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith went 1-for-3 with a three-run double in the 4-2 Game 1 win over the Atlanta Braves in the first game of a doubleheader on Monday. It was a nice game for Smith, who came into Monday's action hitting just .218 (12-for-55) with four home runs and eight RBI […]

Jacob deGrom Throws Five Scoreless Innings Monday

New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom (shoulder) looked pretty healthy on Monday in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves just five days after exiting his previous start with right shoulder soreness. deGrom retired the first eight hitters in the 4-2 win in seven innings, throwing five shutout innings while striking out six […]

Zaven Collins Arrested For Reckless Driving

Arizona Cardinals rookie linebacker Zaven Collins, who was the No. 16 overall pick in this year's NFL draft, was arrested on Sunday for excessive speed and reckless driving, according to the Scottsdale Police Department. The 22-year-old was observed going 76 mph in a 35-mph zone in Scottsdale, Ariz. Collins signed his fully guaranteed four-year rookie […]

Javier Baez Won't Take Part In Home Run Derby

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez said that he will not participate in this year's Home Run Derby. Baez has dealt with some thumb issues and wants to rest. The star shortstop may reconsider if he makes the starting lineup for the National League for the Midsummer Class, however. The 28-year-old from Puerto Rico is hitting […]

Adalberto Mondesi Goes Back On Injured List

The Kansas City Royals placed shortstop Adalberto Mondesi (oblique) back on the 10-day injured list on Monday with a strained left oblique. Infielder Ryan O'Hearn was recalled from Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move. Oblique injuries are tricky injuries to come back from, and it's especially concerning for Mondesi, who spent time on the injured […]